Amrita University rape incident

The terrifying incident of rape of a 20-year-old student of Amrita University by her college mates took place more than a week ago. The incident raised questions about the manner in which the university has handled the issue.

Educationists and lawyers show how upset they are and suggest that educational institutions need to report such criminal offences to the police and offer support to the survivor.

The student was allegedly raped on February 23 by twin brothers Akhil and Athul Suriyakiron in a flat outside the campus after she was given soft drinks laced with sedatives.